LUNAR NEW YEAR
6th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, February 27, 2016
11am-4pm
Courthouse Square map
(Free Museum Admission this day)
11am-4pm
Courthouse Square map
(Free Museum Admission this day)
Redwood City, its Parks Recreation and Community Services Department, and partner Redwood City International will be hosting the 6th annual Lunar New Year Celebration! City Officials and Staff will be joined by lion dancers, red panda acrobats, martial artists, taiko drummers, and other live performances (TBA), for this celebration of the Year of the Monkey. Plus, there will be a FREE Kids Arts and Crafts Area!
The event is free and open to the public.
Schedule
| TIME | ENTERTAINMENT |
|---|---|
| 11:00- 11:25 AM | Opening Ceremonies- Shaolin Culture Center |
| 11:25-11:55 AM | Shaolin Culture Center - Martial Artist |
| 12:00-12:25 PM | Shinnyo-En Temple - Taiko Drumming |
| 12:30-1:00 PM | Red Panda Acrobats |
| 1:05-1:30 PM | Shinnyo-En Temple - Taiko Drumming |
| 1:45-2:30 PM | California Kung Fu & Tai Chi |
| 2:30-3:30 PM | Sing Tao Chinese Radio Entertainment |
| 3:30-4:00 PM | Lion Dancers - Closing Ceremony |
About Lunar New Year
Welcome to Redwood City’s 6th Lunar New Year celebration! The Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays in Asian heritage, often celebrated with big family gatherings, gift giving, the eating of symbolic foods, and displays of festive decorations - all focused on bringing good luck for the New Year and celebrating the imminent arrival of spring. Thank you for joining us in Redwood City to celebrate the diversity of our community.
The Year of the Monkey
Year of Birth
1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029
1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029
Lucky Colors
White, gold, blue
Lucky Numbers
3, 9, 4; Avoid: 7, 6, 8
Lucky Flowers
Chrysanthemum, alliums
Zodiac Sign Compatibility
Best match: Ox, Rabbit. Avoid: Tiger, Pig.
White, gold, blue
Lucky Numbers
3, 9, 4; Avoid: 7, 6, 8
Lucky Flowers
Chrysanthemum, alliums
Zodiac Sign Compatibility
Best match: Ox, Rabbit. Avoid: Tiger, Pig.
This year welcomes the Year of the Monkey and the beginning of a new year on the Chinese Lunar Calendar, and for other Asian cultures. The Monkey is the eighth sign in the Chinese astrological cycle. History suggests that before Buddha left this world, he invited all of the animals to join him around his table for a feast. Of all of the creatures in the land, only 12 arrived. The steadfast Ox led the way, but at the last moment, the Rat, opportunistic and fleet of foot, scampered over the Ox’ back and arrived first at Buddha’s door. For their loyalty and faithfulness, these animals were rewarded in perpetuity by having a year named after each of them in their order of arrival.
The 12 animals run in sequence beginning with the Rat and followed by the Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and last, but not least, the Pig.
If you were born during the Year of the Monkey...
"The general image of people in this zodiac sign is of always being smart, clever and intelligent, especially in their career and wealth. They are lively, flexible, quick-witted and versatile. In addition, their gentleness and honesty bring them an everlasting love life. Although they were born with enviable skills, they still have several shortcomings, such as an impetuous temper and a tendency to look down upon others."
You can find more information about characteristics of this sign, and more, here.
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